Derale Performance Low Profile Universal Thermostatic Sandwich Adapter with 3__8" NPT Ports - Manual

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Derale Performance, Los Angeles, CA 800.421.6288 www.derale.com
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
ENGINE SANDWICH ADAPATER KIT
PART # 25783
KIT CONTENTS
QTY. DESCRIPTION
1 Sandwich Adapter
1 2 3/4” O-ring
1 3/4-16 Sleeve Nut (Yellow)
QTY. DESCRIPTION
1 18mm Sleeve Nut (White)
1 20mm Sleeve Nut (Black)
1 22mm Sleeve Nut (Green)
1 13/16-16 Sleeve Nut (Blue)
TOOLS NEEDED
Standard Screw Driver or
5/16” Nut Driver
Dyke Pliers
Torque Wrench 11/16” Open End Wrench
1 1/8” Socket
Teflon Tape
Please read these instructions completely before starting the installation.
IMPORTANT
In most cases the Factory Oil Filter will work with the supplied sandwich adapter. In some applications where the frame or exhaust
system interferes with the new filter depth we recommend using a shorter filter length.
See chart below for possible filter options.
FRAM WIX FRAM WIX
THREAD LABEL FILTER FRAM FILTER WIX FILTER FRAM FILTER WIX
SIZE COLOR HEIGHT P/N HEIGHT P/N HEIGHT P/N HEIGHT P/N
3/4-16 YELLOW
13/16-16 BLUE/RED
18mm x 1.5 WHITE
20mm x 1.5 BLACK
22mm x 1.5 GREEN
4.92 PH3600 4.83 51516 3.34 PH3614 3.4 51348
4.94 PH3429 4.83 51045 3.36 Ph3506 3.4 51042
4.94 PH3980 4.83 51036 3.36 PH3387A 3.4 51040
3.47 PH7317 N/A N/A 3.39 PH3593A 3.14 51381
4.94 PH3750 4.57 57026 3.98 PH2 3.43 57060
IMPORTANT
This kit is designed to fit all vehicles with engine block
oil filter landings ranging from 2 1/2” to 2 3/4”, which
represents 60% of all vehicles. For vehicles with 3
1/2” oil filter landings, please visit www.derale.com for
alternative Sandwich Adapter Kits.
Diagram #2
‘O’Ring
Sandwich
Adapter
Sleeve
Nut
Brass
Fittings
Oil
Lines
Hose
Clamps
To Oil
Cooler
From Oil
Cooler
SELECTING COMPONENTS
The components supplied in this kit are for multiple applications. Some
components will not be used for your specific application. To easily select
the correct components for your application, follow the steps below. Then
proceed to the SANDWICH ADAPTER INSTALLATION section.
1. Remove the factory oil filter from the vehicle.
2. Using a rag, clean the oil filter landing on the engine.
(See Diagram #1)
1. Using the 5 supplied Sleeve Nuts, try and screw each Sleeve Nut onto
the filter nipple on the engine block until the correct size will
completely thread onto the nipple. Once you have located the correct
Sleeve Nut, disregard the remaining 4 Sleeve Nuts.
Selecting the Sleeve Nut
There are 5 supplied Sleeve Nuts in this kit. Only 1 Sleeve Nut will
be used for your application.
For reference purposes Sleeve Nuts are color coded. Note:
SLEEVE NUT
Colored Label
Diagram #1
For illustrative purposes only.
Actual part may differ.
SANDWICH ADAPTER INSTALLATION
1. Take the Sandwich Adapter and two 3/8” NPT x 1/2” Hose Barbs
(Sold separately), Using Teflon Tape or suitable sealant, install the hose
barb fittings onto the Sandwich Adapter.
2. Take the pre-determined Sleeve Nut. Make a note of the Colored Label on the Sleeve Nut. This will allow you to reference oil
filter options if necessary.
3. Remove the Colored Label from the Sleeve Nut.
4. Apply a light coat of oil onto the O-ring(s).
5. Take the O-ring(s) and install onto the Sandwich Adapter.
6. Making sure the filter landing is clean from oil and dirt, take the Sleeve Nut, Sandwich Adapter, O-ring and install onto the
engine sliding the Sleeve Nut thru the Sandwich Adapter. Turn the Sleeve Nut clockwise onto the engines filter nipple. (See
Diagram #2)
7. Using a Torque Wrench, torque the Sleeve Nut to 20 ft. Lbs.
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